When should I plant Carbassó in Zone 11a?

Start Carbassó seeds indoors around Dec 31. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around Mar 18.

What is the last frost date for Zone 11a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 11a is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Carbassó in Zone 11a?

Yes. Carbassó needs 50 days to harvest. Zone 11a has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 13 successions.

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🥒 Growing Carbassó in Zone 11a

Zone 11a has a year-round growing season. Carbassó can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Darrera gelada: Jan 28. Primera gelada: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 31Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 dies) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 13x)

Zona11a

Darrera geladaJan 28

Primera geladaDec 22

Temporada328 dies

Collita50 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Carbassó in Zone 11a

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 31

Start Carbassó seeds indoors around Dec 31 (4 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 4-10 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Carbassó seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 18

First harvest approximately Mar 18 (~35 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

Fall Planting: Oct 13

For a fall harvest, plant Carbassó around Oct 13 (10 weeks before first frost).

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